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When stocking up for baby, one absolute essential is the classic baby bodysuit—aka the onesie. These essential basics form the backbone of your newborn’s wardrobe, but with so many styles and brands to choose from, finding the right ones can feel overwhelming. As Lauren Gregor, founder and CEO of [Rent-a-Romper](https://rentaromper.com/pages/about-us-lauren-gregor) notes, “There are so many styles, so it can be confusing to know what you need.” She recommends trying a variety of bodysuit styles—sleeveless, long-sleeved, crewneck and even magnetic closures—to see which one works best for your baby. Once you’ve found your preferred style, it’s time to stock up; we suggest having at least four to eight bodysuits on hand—although from my experience as a mama of two, I made sure to have at least 10. Sizing can vary across brands, and if you have a little one who spits up a lot (like I did), you'll want plenty of extras while the others are in the wash. McCann agrees: “You can never have enough bodysuits!” She adds that they’re great for layering during colder months and can be worn on their own during hot weather. Bodysuits are also a lifesaver for diaper changes, and in the event of a blowout, they help keep the mess contained. For parents looking to stock up at low cost, this baby bodysuit multipack from Carter’s is affordable and adorable. Each long-sleeved bodysuit is made from a cozy knit material with ribbed cuffs that offer extra insulation on chilly days. They’re also free from annoying, itchy tags and boast practical features like envelope style necks and nickel-free fasteners at the crotch. When it comes to onesies, Carter’s is a favorite brand of Daniel C., dad of one and associate director of e-commerce content for The Bump, who told us, “When my daughter was born, we loaded up on basics from Carter’s. They’re quality clothes at an affordable price, so you can really build the wardrobe you need.” And parents in our survey agreed—Carter’s was the preferred newborn clothing brand of more than a third of our respondents. **Size range:** Preemie to 24 months | **Material:** 60% cotton/40% polyester | **Care instructions:** Machine wash ### Our community says: %% QUOTE 1 %% %% QUOTE 2 %%